Atty. Cheryl L. Kates

Atty. Cheryl L. Kates

Cheryl L. Kates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense.

Fairport Fairport 23 yrs experience 23 year
Call (585) 660-0124 Book Appointment

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About Cheryl L. Kates at a glance

Cheryl L. Kates is a criminal defense attorney based in Fairport, New York. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in New York (2003). Educated at Syracuse University (—). Serands clients in Fairport, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Cheryl L. Kates is a lawyer practicing criminal defense
  • Cheryl received a degree from Syracuse University, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Cheryl practices in Fairport, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Cheryl L. Kates's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Cheryl L. Kates handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fairport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Cheryl L. Kates's law office located?
Cheryl L. Kates's law practice is located in Fairport, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Cheryl L. Kates handle?
Cheryl L. Kates focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Cheryl L. Kates practiced law?
Cheryl L. Kates has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Cheryl L. Kates go to law school?
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Practice Areas

Education

Syracuse University
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003

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